Commercial Sheet Metal Foreman

Piedmont Service Group • Greensboro, NC

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About The Position

The Commercial Sheet Metal Foreman leads field crews and coordinates with general contractors to oversee the safe, on-schedule installation of large-scale commercial HVAC ductwork and architectural sheet metal systems. This is a working management role that combines expert trade skills, blueprint interpretation, and crew leadership.

The foreman supervises installers and apprentices, plans installation layouts and material staging, coordinates with general contractors and other trades, manages materials and inventory, and ensures work meets applicable standards, codes, and project specifications. The role also includes enforcing site safety, maintaining project documentation, and reporting progress to project managers.

Requirements

• 7–10 years of experience in commercial sheet metal installation.
• At least 2–3 years in a verifiable supervisory or lead role on projects.
• Advanced knowledge of SMACNA guidelines, uniform mechanical codes, and commercial air distribution systems, including VAV boxes, fire/smoke dampers, and heavy-gauge welded duct.
• Expert-level ability to perform complex field measurements and sketch field modifications or custom transitions for the fabrication shop.
• Proficiency in rigging procedures for heavy equipment and duct modules.
• Experience operating scissor lifts, boom lifts, and material lifts.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interfacing with project managers and inspectors.
• Ability to use digital construction software such as Procore, PlanGrid, or Bluebeam to view blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and assign daily tasks to journey-level installers and apprentices; manage field productivity to meet project milestones.
• Read and interpret commercial mechanical blueprints, structural drawings, and coordination submittals to plan run paths and material staging.
• Coordinate with general contractors and electrical, plumbing, and fire protection trades to identify and resolve layout conflicts before installation.
• Track on-site inventory, perform take-offs, and order ductwork, fittings, hardware, and equipment deliveries in advance.
• Ensure installations meet SMACNA standards, local mechanical building codes, and project specifications; oversee duct pressure testing and system quality checks.
• Enforce company safety policies and OSHA regulations, lead daily toolbox talks, inspect rigging equipment, and ensure safe ladder and scissor lift usage.
• Maintain daily logs, track timecards, document change orders, and complete look-ahead schedules for project managers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed